How are we to know whether our aging parents truly need help or if observed behavioral changes are simply part of a temporary circumstance? Great care must be taken to objectively analyze a situation before saying something that may cause a loved one to react defensively.

We can look for red flags when visiting with parents.

The signs usually come on gradually, like a sort of creeping dread that suggests harder times lie ahead.

• Your mother becomes withdrawn from family.
• Your father finds familiar tasks more and more difficult.
• You notice scratches on your aunt's car from accidents.
• Your grandfather's home becomes filled with clutter and stacks of unfolded laundry.

Times Free Press - July 25, 2013

Source:  http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2013/jul/25/5-star-home-care-making-business-personal-clients/

When it comes to caring for their clients, owners and employees alike at 5 Star Home Care aim to treat them like part of their family.

“We care for your family like they are one of our own,” said company President Kenny Higdon.

5 Star takes pride in the caregivers it sends into clients’ homes, and the company is very selective both about who it pairs with clients and how they are managed to ensure the best working relationship possible.

“We’re not going to send someone to your home that we wouldn’t send to our own,” explained scheduling coordinator Richard Williams, adding that all caregivers must have at least six months of managed care experience and pass a very thorough two-phase interview process.